Tech 12 - Life in Lagos

All the Exciting Products Unveiled at Meta Connect 2025: A Complete Guide
Contents Overview Meta Ray-Ban Display & Meta Neural Band Oakley Meta Vanguard Ray-Ban Meta (Second Generation) Horizon TV Platform Hyperscape Capture App Horizon Engine Comparing...

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Contents Overview Meta Ray-Ban Display & Meta Neural Band Oakley Meta Vanguard Ray-Ban Meta (Second Generation) Horizon TV Platform Hyperscape Capture App Horizon Engine Comparing Meta’s Smart Glasses The Meta Connect 2025 event, held on September 17-18, signaled a pivotal shift for Meta. After years of investing heavily in the metaverse and virtual reality hardware,...

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LASTMA Takes Traffic Control to New Heights with Drone Technology in Lagos!
Lagos is embracing advanced technology to enhance its traffic management system as the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has introduced drone technology to oversee...

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Lagos is embracing advanced technology to enhance its traffic management system as the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has introduced drone technology to oversee traffic flow. This initiative aims to strengthen security monitoring and elevate public safety within Nigeria’s most bustling city. This move signifies a shift from conventional traffic control methods to a...

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Starting 2026, Nigerian Crypto Startups Face License Revocation and ₦10M Fines for Tax Evasion
Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) in Nigeria who neglect to adhere to the stipulations of the country’s newly enacted tax legislation will incur a starting...

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Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) in Nigeria who neglect to adhere to the stipulations of the country’s newly enacted tax legislation will incur a starting fine of ₦10 million (approximately $6,693) for the first month of non-compliance, followed by a monthly penalty of ₦1 million ($669) thereafter. Additionally, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) holds...

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MTN Nigeria to Conclude Spectrum Lease with Ntel by November 2025: What This Means for the Telecom Landscape
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced that it will not extend its one-year spectrum leasing agreement with Natcom Development & Investment Ltd (Ntel) when the...

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MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced that it will not extend its one-year spectrum leasing agreement with Natcom Development & Investment Ltd (Ntel) when the contract concludes in November. This lease involved 5 MHz of FDD spectrum in the 900 MHz band and 10 MHz of FDD in the 1800 MHz band, covering 17 states....

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Blockchain.com Makes Bold Move into Africa, Launching Its First Office in Nigeria Amid Rising Competition
Blockchain.com, a cryptocurrency firm headquartered in the UK, has officially launched its first physical office on the African continent, choosing Nigeria as its entry point....

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Blockchain.com, a cryptocurrency firm headquartered in the UK, has officially launched its first physical office on the African continent, choosing Nigeria as its entry point. This development follows the company’s announcement seven months ago about its intentions to expand into Africa, with Nigeria serving as the cornerstone for its wider regional growth. The firm highlights...

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Unlock Business Growth in Africa: Expert Tips from AvadaPay on Choosing the Perfect Payment Gateway
When discussing the potential for business growth in Africa, common highlights include the continent’s booming population, increasing internet access, and the rapid adoption of mobile...

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When discussing the potential for business growth in Africa, common highlights include the continent’s booming population, increasing internet access, and the rapid adoption of mobile money as an alternative to traditional banking. While these factors are undeniably significant, a crucial yet often overlooked aspect is how companies manage the flow of funds across these diverse...

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AgoraVisa Sounds the Alarm: Africa’s Top Talent Is Leaving Opportunities Behind
Annually, the United States grants around 140,000 employment-based immigrant visas, primarily targeting skilled professionals and entrepreneurs who contribute to business growth, research advancements, and innovation....

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Annually, the United States grants around 140,000 employment-based immigrant visas, primarily targeting skilled professionals and entrepreneurs who contribute to business growth, research advancements, and innovation. Despite a significant interest from Africa, individuals from the continent receive less than 10% of these visas each year. Founded in 2024 and headquartered in Washington DC, AgoraVisa is an...

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Google Launches Free 1-Year Gemini AI Pro Subscription to Empower African Students
Google, a global leader in search technology, is launching a complimentary one-year subscription to its Gemini AI Pro plan specifically for young Africans. This initiative...

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Google, a global leader in search technology, is launching a complimentary one-year subscription to its Gemini AI Pro plan specifically for young Africans. This initiative marks a significant step in democratizing artificial intelligence across the continent, empowering youth to harness AI for research and innovation. In a statement released on Thursday, James Mayinka, Google’s Senior...

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Takealot’s Workforce Grows: 6,500 South Africans Employed and Eyeing Talent from Technical Colleges for Future Hires
Takealot, the leading e-commerce company in South Africa, has partnered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to launch a pilot digital skills...

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Takealot, the leading e-commerce company in South Africa, has partnered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to launch a pilot digital skills initiative across three technical and vocational education and training (TVET) colleges. Officially announced on Wednesday, this programme seeks to modernize educational content to better reflect the evolving demands of the...

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Bolt Drivers Charging Extra Fares? AUATON Clarifies It’s Not Fraudulent!
In light of the ongoing trend of additional charges within the e-hailing sector, Amos Omoruyi, the Rivers State Chairman of the Amalgamated Union of App-based...

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In light of the ongoing trend of additional charges within the e-hailing sector, Amos Omoruyi, the Rivers State Chairman of the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), has emphasized that Bolt drivers who request extra fares from passengers should not be labeled as deceitful. Omoruyi made this statement in response to allegations aired...

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